Mt. Woodson GC: #16
View of the 16th hole at Mt. Woodson Golf Club
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4.4
1827 Reviews (1827)
5 Stars
931
4 Stars
704
3 Stars
123
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
36
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
93.2%
Recommend this course
1720 out of 1827 reviews
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4.3
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.7%
Recommend this course
38 out of 41 reviews
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4.4
103 Reviews (103)
5 Stars
59
4 Stars
35
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
93.2%
Recommend this course
96 out of 103 reviews
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Course Highlights
Mt. Woodson's dramatic elevation changes, scenic views, and lush conditions consistently rank it among the best strategic layouts in Southern California. Knowledgeable, welcoming staff and smooth pace of play make every round exceptional value for money.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 70
Length 5764 yards
Slope 133
Rating 69.0

Mt. Woodson Golf Club is one of San Diego County's most popular courses for a number of reasons, one being the spectacular setting. Nestled in the Ramona Valley, the course is sprawls across a dramatic landscape of towering oak trees, enormous granite boulders, and sparkling blue lakes. Nearly every hole on the golf course provides stunning views of the surrounding mountains and canyons. It is also known for being one of the most challenging and well maintained layouts in the area. The tight fairways and small greens demand accuracy. There are also plenty of interesting elevation changes throughout. The golf course offers true target-style golf that will test the shot-making abilities of even the most experienced players. One of the most unique features of the course is the 450-foot wooden bridge that winds through the treetops.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Lee E. Schmidt (1991) Brian Curley (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Country Club attire. Collared Shirt required. Shorts are acceptable. Denim not preferred.

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1827 Reviews (1827)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Patio Dining 14
Drinks 13
19th Hole Scenic Views 9
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 87
Narrow Fairways 64
Bunkers 60
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 72
Advanced Golfers 59
Locals 45
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 83
In the 'Burbs 19
Convenient to the City 7

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Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Little bit rough around the edges

Tee boxes were rough. No sand in traps. Greens bumpy. Balls lost in deep rough. Not a bad deal for $50 hot deal but still a little rough around the edges.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

VIEWS

Beautiful Views, super nice bridges. The course layout is awesome.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

I'm liking it more and more.

Mt Woodson did not come highly recommend. My golf coach doesn't like it at all but I wanted to give it another chance. Truth be told it's rather narrow and there are a couple of holes that are extremely difficult to get to but if you play the course a few times you get the hang of it and you start to appreciate the design and the beauty of the area.

My twosome was put together with a visitor from LA and he just couldn't get over how rugged and beautiful the area is.

Bring some extra balls, declair a practice round and go after it. Come back and play for a score.

I think you will like it.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Target Golf - Challenging Course

Course in great condition. Recommend front-tee for beginners, especially the front none. You'll loose a lot of balls if you spray. I didn't play well and lost a half-dozen balls.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course and Stunning Views

Definitely one of the best courses here; very challenging but also very fun!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tee boxes were pretty rough

I'm sitting here trying to decide if I enjoyed my round or if I didn't. The front 9 was brutal. With no driving range (although there was an adequate hitting net to warm up on) I struggled to find my swing on a narrow layout.

The back 9 was a completely different experience. You can start to understand what the designer was trying to achieve and adjust accordingly.

The value was exceptional!

Outside of the VERY rough tee boxes the course was in pretty good shape.

Bring extra balls and DON'T go looking for errant shots. Lots of poison oak.

I will be back.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a great place for a fun round.

I always enjoy playing Mt Woodson and this time was no exception. Weather was perfect, sunny/light breeze. Course was generally in v good condition, a couple of spots of GUR and they are renovating the 2nd tee box for Blue/White. Greens were in great condition. Only downside was some of the bunkers were pretty packed and a few of the tee boxes were fairly chewed up. But that will change as they move them back and forward. Pace of play was decent, about 4hr30.

I enjoy Mt Woodson as it’s a course that really rewards great shot placement and you can score well if you put the ball in the right spots.

Staff is always friendly and it’s always a great time playing there.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

So Awesome & Fun

This was first time playing this highly rated course and I wasn’t disappointed. Green’s immaculate and the whole course was great. Very fun with target golf in play and many challenges. Just be ready to lose some balls

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great views

This was challenging and fun course. The views were spectacular. Good time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

My favorite course

I loved every second playing this course. Better then Torry pines for different reasons. Planning to go back soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 96
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 54
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Mt. Woodson Golf Course

The fairways and greens were in great condition. The tee boxes are pretty chewed up. Every hole is different and the views are fantastic. I would definitely recommend this course. You might be donating some golf balls to the course. We play this course at least a couple of times when we come to the San Diego area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful!

Great Course with beautiful views, challenging topography, and friendly staff. Definitely recommend!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Keep coming back

I enjoy the course and the people associated with Mt Woodson.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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